BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder
at B&H Photo Video
About this item
Based on BirdDog's custom NDI silicon chip, the BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder supports up to UHD 4K/60 video input for distribution on NDI networks in full-bandwidth I-frame compression. This compact device is housed in an aircraft-grade aluminum case and features four 12G-SDI selectable inputs/outputs. An HDMI 2.0 output is available but is currently inactive until an expected future firmware update. When the output becomes active, a built-in cross converter will allow you to loop out an SDI input via the HDMI port.
Key Features
Up to UHD 4K/60 video input
Distribution on NDI networks in full-bandwidth I-frame compression
4 x 12G-SDI selectable inputs/outputs
HDMI 2.0 output (currently inactive until an expected future firmware update)
3.5mm audio input/output
Built-in cross converter (can be used when the expected firmware update for the HDMI output becomes available)
SFP+ expansion slot (a firmware update may be required and is already available on the BirdDog website)
PoE+ support
4-line OLED display
Includes BirdDog Comms Lite audio intercom software for Windows (upgradeable to the complete Comms Pro application)
Compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software for decoding NDI back to SDI/HDMI
Aircraft-grade aluminum housing
Network Connectivity
Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT with integrated PoE
Open SFP+ Cage (10GB SFP+ adapters sold separately)
Embedded Web configuration panel
Included Comms Lite Software
Windows 10 and above compatible
Groups: 1
Max BirdDog devices per group: 4
Live video windows: 4
Director Push-to-Talk buttons: 1
Director to All
BirdDog to Director
Mute Camera Operator
Shortcut to Web Console
Monitor Camera Audio
Auto-detect NDI sources
Volume slider bar
Additional Features with Optional Comms Pro Upgrade
BirdDog Push-to-Talk
Director to Group
BirdDog Operator Broadcast
Mix Minus
Keyboard shortcuts / hot case
Refresh NDI Sources
- Features
- Up to UHD 4K/60 Input
- Full-Bandwidth I-Frame Compression
- 12G-SDI Input, 12G-SDI/HDMI 2.0 Output
- 3.5mm Audio Input/Output
Specifications
- Inputs/Outputs
4x BNC (12G-SDI) (Switchable)
- Audio Inputs
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
- Video Outputs
1x HDMI (2.0)
- Audio Outputs
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo
- Other I/O
1x USB-A PoE
- Expansion Slots
1x SFP+ Slot
- Input Video Format
SDIUHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i at 50/59.94 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps
- Output Video Format
SDIUHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i at 50/59.94 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps HDMIUHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i at 50/59.94 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps
- HDR Support
No
- Tally Light
Yes
- Wireless
No
- Power I/O
1x Barrel (12 VDC ) Input1x RJ45 Input
- Power Consumption
Device: 16 W
- Dimensions
5.3 x 3.3 x 1" / 13.5 x 8.5 x 2.5 cm
- Weight
0.7 lb / 320 g
- Package Weight
2.02 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.5 x 6.2 x 4.2"